Coleg Gwent Part Time Courses Guide 2020/21

MADE FOR YOU

PART TIME GUIDE

2020/21

PART TIME STUDY FOR FULL TIME SUCCESS

WELCOME TO COLEG GWENT WE’RE CONTINUALLY ADDING NEW PART TIME COURSES TO OUR OFFER. KEEP CHECKING OUR WEBSITE FOR UPDATES!

INSIDE FRONT

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CONTENTS

CONTENTS

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Our campuses

Made For You

Personal Learning Account

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Agriculture and Animal Care

Made for Graduates

Access to Higher Education

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Accountancy, Business and Law

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Made For Employers

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Art and Design, Media, Photography

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Construction

Education

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Engineering and Automotive

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English For Speakers Of Other Languages

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Catering and Hospitality

Hairdressing and Beauty Therapy

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Computing and Digital Technology

Health, Care and Early Years

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Independent Living Skills

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Music, Drama and Dance

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Sport, Travel and Public Services

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Campus Map

*All courses may be subject to change and cancelled if deemed not viable to run.

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OUR CAMPUSES City of Newport campus Offering a wide range of both vocational and academic courses, fully aligned to local employment opportunities in the area, our City of Newport campus hosts fantastic facilities. These include well-equipped engineering & construction workshops, art studios, science laboratories and hairdressing & beauty salons, as well as an innovative digital technology suite.

Our campus is in a great location just a few minutes drive from the city centre. Known for its lively cultural scene from festivals to global sporting events, Newport is a great place to be a student. And, for those travelling from the Bristol area, the campus is also just an eight minute drive to the M4 and is easily accessible by car.

Crosskeys campus

Our largest campus offers over 30 A Level subjects, degree qualifications and a rich and diverse range of vocational courses.

The campus also hosts impressive theatre facilities for performing arts, a restaurant and hair and beauty salon both open to the public, industry standard equipment for its advanced manufacturing courses, a Higher Education Hub for those studying degree level qualifications and a Learning Centre equipped with a mac suite, books and access to online journals. Crosskeys Campus is also home to the Dragons Junior Rugby Academy where students can develop their rugby skills alongside their chosen course!

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OUR CAMPUSES

Blaenau Gwent Learning Zone

Since opening in 2012, Blaenau Gwent’s cutting-edge Learning Zone has become the home of all A Level education in the county. Also hosting a wide range of vocational and higher education courses, the centre’s state-of-theart facilities include purpose-built construction workshops, recording studios, Mac computer suites, a performance area, hair and beauty salons that are open to the public and a Learning Resource Centre!

Usk campus Our rural centre. Usk campus is home to our agricultural, sport and leisure and public services courses. Surrounded by beautiful countryside and set on the edge of the historic Usk town, it’s the campus to choose if you have a passion for nature and the outdoors. New facilities on site include a state-of-the-art Learning Centre and a student café. Complete with a 296 acre working farm, animal and equine centres, refurbished gym, sport and outdoor education facilities, we welcome around 850 students a year from across the UK. We’re in easy reach of Monmouth, Abergavenny, Chepstow, Cwmbran, Pontypool and Newport and close to the M4 motorway, which is ideal for our students who are travelling from further afield.

Opening soon

Torfaen Learning Zone Our new centre has state of the art facilities, including a performance hall, music and media suite, an art studio, plus lots more! Situated next to Morrisons in the centre of Cwmbran, it’s easily accessible by public transport and has an on-site car park.

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MADE FOR YOU Want to learn a new skill? Turn a hobby into a profession? Or fancy a career change? Then why not study part time at one of Wales’ top performing colleges?*. Our 150 courses run during mornings, afternoons and evenings throughout the year to fit around your lifestyle, made for convenience.

As one of the largest providers in Wales, our lecturers and staff are dedicated to helping you achieve your goals. Our five unique learning centres are located across five boroughs, enabling you to study closer to home and spend less money and time on travel, made for you.

With a community of over 23,000 students, industry links and partner universities, you’re provided with great opportunities to build friendships and expand your professional networks. College isn’t just for 16 year olds, we welcome students from all walks of life and all ages; it’s never too late to start your success story with us!

Choose a course Applying for a part time course at Coleg Gwent couldn’t be simpler. Look through the guide at the courses that take your fancy then apply via our website www.coleggwent.ac.uk/parttime or by phone on 01495 333777 (Croesawn alwadau yn Gymraeg). You can also speak to tutors about part time courses at one of our open events find out more at www.coleggwent.ac.uk/open.

Get in touch Contact our friendly Student Recruitment team to find out more about our courses.

We can help you with course queries and key deadlines, additional learning support, finance information, our campuses and our open days.

Call 01495 333777 (Croesawn alwadau yn Gymraeg) Email hello@coleggwent.ac.uk

MADE FOR CONVENIENCE. MADE FOR YOU. Apply online now at www.coleggwent.ac.uk/parttime Apply online now at www.coleggwent.ac.uk/parttime

REWRITE YOUR CAREER WITH A PERSONAL LEARNING ACCOUNT Take advantage of FREE and FLEXIBLE courses in ICT, Construction, Engineering, and Health and Care.

Study around work and family commitments and gain skills that employers are looking for.

To apply, you must be: • Employed • Earning under £26,000 per year • Over the age of 19 years old • Living in Wales

Coleg Gwent is the only provider in South Wales to offer these Welsh Government fully funded courses.

#ChangeYourStory

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MADE FOR GRADUATES Gain a university qualification at Coleg Gwent Did you know that you can gain a university qualification at Coleg Gwent? We have a growing number of higher education courses, so whatever you’re interested in, why not take a look in our HE guide or on our website?

You can study courses in…

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University level qualifications on your doorstep!

Not sure if you meet the requirements?

We don’t have strict entry requirements for our higher education courses; we consider you as an individual. We look at your life and work experience, as well as previous qualifications.

Find out more, and apply, at www.coleggwent.ac.uk/he

Equine & Animal Health Construction & The Built Environment Business, Management & Tourism Creative Industries Public Health & Care Humanities & Education Science, Engineering & Technology Sport & Public Services

By studying with us, you’ll save time and money on travel and accommodation, perfect for fitting study around work/life commitments.

Our classes are smaller and more intimate than a university setting so you can get the help and support you need. As a HE student, you could also be eligible for financial support and subsidies to help with the cost of studying.

Coleg Gwent is a collaborative partner of the University of South Wales, Aberystwyth University, the University of Worcester, Cardiff Metropolitan University and Pearson.

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PATHWAY TO DEGREE/UNIVERSITY (ACCESS TO HIGHER EDUCATION) Courses Access Head-Start Workshop Level: N/A Campus: Torfaen

Access to HE - Nursing, Medical and Health Care Studies Level: 3 Campus: Newport

So, why study a pathway to degree?

1 It will improve your prospects, making success more likely and helping you achieve that dream career.

2 It proves you have valuable skills such as studying independently and meeting deadlines.

3 Most employers ask for a degree, it shows that you’re competent.

4 It proves you can commit to something, withstand hard work and go the distance.

5 As well as giving you a qualification, you’ll gain a wealth of

experience and you’ll definitely make contacts to help you in future.

I needed a qualification in order to move further with physiotherapy. Although working as a Physio Assistant, my frustration was not being able to progress in my current role but coming to Coleg Gwent has enabled me to break that barrier. I found my teachers to be enthusiastic and motivated to get their students into university and to get the best they can out the course.

Rosalind Spooner Nursing, Medical and Health Care Studies

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MADE FOR EMPLOYERS Do your staff have training needs? Do you have a skills shortage?

We have a long standing history of working with employers and delivering results. We offer:

Funding opportunities

Partnerships and Employer Networks

Bespoke training to meet your needs

Expert trainers, quality results

A wide range of courses at affordable prices

Working in partnership with employers means we understand the challenges local businesses and industry face. Not only do we deliver training courses to meet your immediate needs but we develop the curriculum of the future to address skills shortages.

Our Employer Engagement team are here to help. To discuss your needs contact us at employers@coleggwent.ac.uk or visit coleggwent.ac.uk/employers

Courses AAT Access to Bookkeeping & Computerised Accounting Software Level: N/A Campus: Newport

Basic GDPR Self Help Course Level: N/A Campus: Newport

Personal Licence Holders Level: 2 Campus: Newport

AAT Certificate in Accounting Level: 2 Campus: Newport

Buying and selling your House Yourself - Self Help Course Level: N/A Campus: Newport

Leadership and Management Level: 5 Campus: Torfaen

AAT Diploma in Accounting Level: 3 Campus: Newport

Employability Level: 2 Campus: Newport

AAT Professional Diploma in Accounting Level: 4 Campus: Newport

Human Resources Practice Level: 3 Campus: Crosskeys, Torfaen

Law and Practice (Legal Studies) Level: 3 Campus: Newport

Basic Bookkeeping - Self Help Course Level: N/A Campus: Newport

Leadership and Team Skills Level: 2 Campus: Blaenau Gwent, Torfaen

Personal Licence Holders Level: 2 Campus: Newport

Did you know…

Future demand for Accountancy and other related jobs is high in Wales

EXPERIENCED LAWYERS CAN EARN UP TO

Law and Practice (CILEX) Level: 6 Campus: Newport

I joined this course at Level 1 and, realising how much I enjoyed it, decided to progress further. Everyone is friendly, the whole group gets on well and the teachers are excellent.

I’d like to go to the University of South Wales to study Business with Finance. Since joining the college, I’ve applied myself and improved my skills and study ethic.

Robert Davies Level 2 Business Studies

£81,000 A YEAR (EMSI Q1 2018 Dataset)

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ACCOUNTANCY, BUSINESS AND LAW

ACCOUNTANCY, BUSINESS AND LAW

AGRICULTURE AND ANIMAL CARE Courses All Terrain Vehicle Handling Level: 2 Campus: Usk

Riding & Road Safety Level: Entry level Campus: Usk

Basic First Aid for Horses Level: N/A Campus: Usk

Riding Skill Development (BHS) Level: 3 Campus: Usk

Cat and Dog Basic First Aid Level: N/A Campus: Usk

Riding Skill Development (BHS) Level: 1 and 2 Campus: Usk

Chainsaw and Related Operations Level: 2 Campus: Usk

Safe Use of Brushcutters and Trimmers Level: 2 Campus: Usk

Dog Behaviour Theory Level: N/A Campus: Usk Felling and Processing Small Trees Level: 2 Campus: Usk Fire and Rescue Service and Animal Awareness Level: N/A Campus: Usk NPTC Felling and Processing Small Trees Level: 2 Campus: Usk Puppy Sociallising Level: N/A Campus: Usk

Safe Use of Pesticides for Vertebrate Pest Control for Rats and Mice Level: 2 Campus: Usk Small Holders (2 Weeks Sheep, 2 Weeks Beef, 2 Weeks Ducks, 2 Weeks Tree Surgery) Level: N/A Campus: Usk Transport of Animals by Road (Short Journeys) Level: 2 Campus: Usk Unit PA1 Foundation (Safe Use of Pesticides) Level: 2 Campus: Usk

Unit PA2 Ground Crop SprayerMounted or Trailed (Safe Use of Pesticides) Level: 2 Campus: Usk Unit PA6 Hand Held Applicators and Safe Use of Pesticides Level: 2 Campus: Usk Unit PA6W Pesticides Spraying Level: 2 Campus: Usk Veterinary Care Assistants Level: 2 Campus: Usk Veterinary Nursing Level: 3 Campus: Usk Workbased - Horse Care (Outreach) Level: 1 Campus: Usk Workbased - Horse Care (Outreach) Level: 2 Campus: Usk Workbased - Horse Care (Outreach) Level: 3 Campus: Usk

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AGRICULTURE AND ANIMAL CARE

Did you know…

Future demand for animal caretaker and related jobs is high in Wales

475 JOB OPENINGS FOR AGRICULTURAL WORKER AND RELATED JOBS ARE EXPECTED EACH YEAR IN WALES UNTIL 2025 (EMSI, 2019)

Ever since I was little I’ve always wanted to work with animals… Ultimately I would like to work as a veterinary nurse in a zoo. I knew that I’d feel at home here straight away and I did. The practicals are my favourite part, we clean the enclosures and feed and handle the animals. There’s lots of opportunities on offer studying at Coleg Gwent.

Kacey Jones Level 1 Animal Care

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ART AND DESIGN, MEDIA, PHOTOGRAPHY

I’m hugely into art and ever since I was little I’ve drawn, but now I want to go into games design.

I’ve learnt so much since I’ve been at Coleg Gwent and the teachers support and guide you.

I want to do two years of games design at Coleg Gwent at the end of this course and then on to Cardiff University for a third year.

Ayk Perera Level 3 Art, Design and Media

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Adobe Photoshop Level: N/A Campus: Crosskeys

Creative Print Making Level: N/A Campus: Crosskeys

Flower Arranging Level: N/A Campus: Blaenau Gwent

Photography Level: N/A Campus: Blaenau Gwent/Crosskeys

Crochet For Beginners Level: N/A Campus: Blaenau Gwent

Introduction to Ceramics Level: N/A Campus: Blaenau Gwent

Art and Media Level: N/A Campus: Torfaen Learning Zone

Crochet For Intermediate Level: N/A Campus: Blaenau Gwent

Knitting and Nattering Level: N/A Campus: Blaenau Gwent

Art Techniques for Self Development Level: 1 Campus: Newport

Drone Business Course Level: N/A Campus: Crosskeys

Photography Level: N/A Campus: Blaenau Gwent/ Crosskeys

Did you know…

EXPERIENCED PHOTOGRAPHERS CAN EARN UP TO

£28,000 A YEAR (EMSI, 2019)

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ART AND DESIGN, MEDIA, PHOTOGRAPHY

Courses

CATERING AND HOSPITALITY Courses Basic Cookery for Adults Level: N/A Campus: Crosskeys/Newport Cooking for Pleasure Level: N/A Campus: Crosskeys

NVQ Food Production and Cooking Level: 2 Campus: Crosskeys NVQ Front of House Reception Level: 2 Campus: Crosskeys

Food Safety in Catering Level: 2 NVQ Housekeeping Level: 2 Campus: Crosskeys Campus: Crosskeys Food Safety in Catering Level: 3 NVQ Hospitality Supervision and Leadership Campus: Crosskeys Level: 3 Campus: Crosskeys Managing Food Safety in Catering Level: 4 NVQ Hospitality Management Campus: Crosskeys Level: 4 Campus: Crosskeys NVQ Beverage Service Level: 2 NVQ Kitchen Services Campus: Crosskeys Level: 2 Campus: Crosskeys NVQ Customer Service Level: 2 NVQ Professional Cookery Campus: Crosskeys Level: 2 Campus: Crosskeys NVQ Customer Service Level: 3 NVQ Professional Cookery Campus: Crosskeys Level: 3 Campus: Crosskeys NVQ Food and Beverage Service Level: 2 NVQ Professional Cookery Campus: Crosskeys (Patisserie & Confectionery) Level: 3 Campus: Crosskeys

Did you know‌ Future demand for chefs and other related jobs is high in Wales

437 JOB OPENINGS FOR CHEF AND RELATED JOBS ARE EXPECTED EACH YEAR IN WALES UNTIL 2025 (EMSI, 2019)

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CATERING AND HOSPITALITY

I really enjoy the practical element of this course, talking to customers and the theory behind how the food is made. Recently we worked with chefs in the kitchen of the Cardiff Marriott.

Aled James Professional Cookery Level 1

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COMPUTING AND DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY (EMSI, 2019)

Did you know…

EXPERIENCED SENIOR COMPUTER ENGINEERS CAN MAKE UP TO

EXPERIENCED CYBER SECURITY CONSULTANTS CAN MAKE UP TO

£31,000 A YEAR

£43,000 A YEAR

With these courses, you could be employed by any organisation that uses IT - so the world is your oyster!

Courses Advertising your Business on Social Media - Self Help Course Level: N/A Campus: Newport Basic IT Settings & Internet Level: N/A Campus: Newport

Fixing a PC - Self Help Course Level: N/A Campus: Newport Introduction to Cloud Computing Technologies Level: N/A Campus: Blaenau Gwent/Newport

Making best use of Alexa - Self Help Course Level: N/A Campus: Newport

Microsoft Excel Level: 1 Campus: Newport

Introduction to Programming - Microsoft Excel CompTIA A+ Units Level: 2 Become a Coder Level: 2 Level: N/A Campus: Newport Campus: Newport Campus: Newport Computer Settings Course Level: N/A Campus: Newport Cyber Security Basics Level: N/A Campus: Blaenau Gwent/Newport

Introduction to Raspberry Pi’s Level: N/A Campus: Newport

Microsoft Excel Level: 3 Campus: Newport

Using the Internet IT Users (ITQ) Level: N/A Level: 1 Campus: Newport Campus: Newport

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COMPUTING AND DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY

I chose to do this course as I enjoy computing, it offers the best options and covers a lot of areas. My biggest achievement so far has been coming third place in the Networking & Security Skills Competition. After college, I’d like to get into Cyber Security. My course covers this area but the tutors are also teaching me the soft skills I’ll need on a day-today basis.

Jack Bright Level 3 Digital Technology (Career College)

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CONSTRUCTION

Did you know…

Future demand for Electrician and related jobs is high in Wales

EXPERIENCED CONSTRUCTION SITE MANAGERS CAN EARN UP TO

£47,500 A YEAR (EMSI, 2019)

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CONSTRUCTION

Courses Bench Joinery Level: 3 Campus: Newport

National Certificate in Construction Health and Safety Level: 3 Campus: Torfaen

Building Maintenance Multi-trade Repair and Refurbishment Operations (Construction) Level: 1 Campus: Newport

NVQ Install Electrotechnical Systems & Equipment Level: 3 Campus: Blaenau Gwent

Electrical Installation Level: 2 Campus: Blaenau Gwent/Newport

NVQ Plumbing & Heating Level: 2 Campus: Blaenau Gwent

Electrical Installation Level: 3 Campus: Blaenau Gwent/Newport

Painting and Decorating Level: N/A Campus: Blaenau Gwent

Groundworks Level: 2 Campus: Newport

Requirements for Electrical Installations (18th Edition) Level: Professional Campus: Newport

Leadership and Management Practice for Construction & Built Environment Sector Level: 3 Campus: Blaenau Gwent

Site Environmental Awareness Training Scheme (SEATS) Level: 3 Campus: Newport

Site Carpentry Level: 3 Campus: Newport Site Management Safety Training Scheme (SMSTS) Level: Professional Campus: Torfaen Site Safety + Health and Safety Awareness Level: Professional Campus: Torfaen Site Supervisor Safety Training Scheme (SSSTS) Level: Professional Campus: Torfaen Tiling and Plastering Level: N/A Campus: Blaenau Gwent

I joined this course because I wanted to try out different trades to see which one I preferred. The course is great because it’s practical and you get to try so many things - painting and decorating, carpentry, electrics and bricklaying. Coming to an open event was really helpful. I was able to speak to the tutors and, when I came to the college, I already knew them.

Tegan Clayden Level 1 Multiskills

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EDUCATION Courses British Sign Language Level: Entry level 3 Campus: Crosskeys

Support Teaching and Training, Assessment and Learning in Schools Quality Assurance Level: 3 Level: 2 Campus: Newport Campus: Crosskeys/Newport/ Torfaen Education and Training Training, Assessment and Level: 3 Quality Assurance Support Teaching and Learning Campus: Blaenau Gwent in Schools Level: 4 Campus: Newport Level: 3 Preparing to Teach in PcET Campus: Blaenau Gwent/ Level: N/A Newport/Torfaen Campus: Blaenau Gwent/Crosskeys

Did you know… Future demand for teachers and related jobs is high in Wales (EMSI, 2019)

776 JOB OPENINGS FOR TEACHER AND RELATED JOBS ARE EXPECTED EACH YEAR IN WALES UNTIL 2025

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EDUCATION

EXPERIENCED TEACHERS CAN EARN UP TO

£40,000 A YEAR (EMSI, 2019) Teachers with management responsibility can receive a higher salary than this.

This course worked well for me and my childcare, it’s also close to home. There’s a close knit group of us in the class which makes you more of an individual than just one of hundreds in a lecture theatre. I’ve been motivated and really excited to get stuck in with my work, I never really felt like this at uni.

Hannah Williams PCET

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ENGINEERING AND AUTOMOTIVE Courses Basic Car Maintenance for Beginners Level: N/A Campus: Newport

Engineering (C&G 2850) – Mechanical Level: 3 Campus: Crosskeys

Basic Vehicle Maintenance/ Restoration Level: N/A Campus: Crosskeys

Engineering (Fabrication and Welding) Level: 3 Campus: Newport

Cert Light Vehicle Inspection Technician Level: Professional Campus: Newport

Engineering (Electrical) Level: 3 Campus: Crosskeys

Computer Aided Design Level: 1 Campus: Blaenau Gwent/ Crosskeys/Newport Computer Aided Design Level: 2 Campus: Blaenau Gwent/ Crosskeys/Newport Computer Aided Design Level: 3 Campus: Blaenau Gwent/ Crosskeys/Newport Engineering (Mechanical) Level: 2 Campus: Crosskeys Engineering (2850) – Electrical Level: 3 Campus: Crosskeys

Engineering (Manufacturing) Level: 3 Campus: Crosskeys Electrical Installations: Inspection and Testing/Initial Verification Level: 3 Campus: Blaenau Gwent

MOT Testing Level: 2 Campus: Newport MOT Test Centre Management Level: 3 Campus: Newport MOT Annual Assessment Level: N/A Campus: Newport Motorcycle Maintenance and Repair Level: N/A Campus: Crosskeys NVQ PEO (Fabrication and Welding) Level: 1 Campus: Newport

Introduction in Car Body Repair Level: N/A Campus: Newport

NVQ PEO (Fabrication and Welding) Level: 2 Campus: Newport

IOSH Working Safely Level: Professional Campus: Crosskeys

NVQ PEO (Mechanical) Level: 2 Campus: Crosskeys

Light Vehicle Maintenance Level: 1 Campus: Crosskeys

PAT Testing and Inspection Level: Professional Campus: Newport

MMA Welding Level: N/A Campus: Newport

Welding (C&G 3268) Level: 3 Campus: Newport

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ENGINEERING AND AUTOMOTIVE

Did you know…

Future demand for Mechanics and related jobs is high in Wales

EXPERIENCED ENGINEERS CAN EARN UP TO

£45,500 A YEAR (EMSI, 2019)

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ENGLISH FOR SPEAKERS OF OTHER LANGUAGES (ESOL) Courses ESOL - Introductory Level Level: N/A Campus: Newport

ESOL Skills for Life (Speaking and Listening) Level: Entry level 3 Campus: Newport

ESOL Skills for Life (Speaking and Listening) Level: Entry level 1 Campus: Newport

ESOL Skills for Life (Writing) Level: Entry level 1 Campus: Newport

ESOL Skills for Life (Speaking and Listening) Level: Entry level 2 Campus: Newport

ESOL Skills for Life (Writing) Level: Entry level 2 Campus: Newport ESOL Skills for Life (Writing) Level: Entry level 3 Campus: Newport

ESOL courses based in Newport are placed from the Reach Hub: www.reach.wales/en.

The Hub staff will check on your identity for eligibility; and carry out a range of assessments to refer to appropriate courses and support.

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ENGLISH FOR SPEAKERS OF OTHER LANGUAGES (ESOL)

I chose this course to improve my English as I was studying a Masters degree in Business and Technology in Spain.

The topics studied in the classroom have helped with everyday life as well as my degree. The tutors are very understanding. When I arrived, I could only speak a little bit of English and was too nervous to ask questions. Now I can confidently hold a conversation.

Diana Maria Tabora Rivera Level 1 ESOL

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HAIRDRESSING AND BEAUTY THERAPY Courses Art of Photographic Make-Up Level: 2 Campus: Crosskeys

Body Art Design Level: 2 Campus: Crosskeys

Lash and Brow Treatments Level: 2 Campus: Blaenau Gwent

(NVQ) Barbering Level: 2 Campus: Blaenau Gwent/ Newport

Body Massage and Stone Therapy Level: 3 Campus: Crosskeys

Lash Extensions Level: 3 Campus: Blaenau Gwent

Certificate in Hairdressing Services Level: 2 Campus: Newport

(NVQ) Make Up Level: 2 Campus: Crosskeys

Hair Up Level: N/A Campus: Blaenau Gwent

Manicure/Pedicure Level: N/A Campus: Blaenau Gwent

Hair and Media Make-Up Level: 2 Campus: Crosskeys

Nail Enhancement using UV Gel Level: 3 Campus: Blaenau Gwent

Intro to Cutting Hair Level: N/A Campus: Newport

Nail Technology Level: 3 Campus: Blaenau Gwent

Introduction to Perming Hair Level: N/A Campus: Blaenau Gwent

Theatrical and Media Make Up Level: 3 Campus: Crosskeys

Basic Make-Up Application Level: 1 Campus: Blaenau Gwent (NVQ) Beauty Therapy Level: 2 Campus: Crosskeys (NVQ) Beauty Therapy Level: 3 Campus: Crosskeys Beauty Services Level: 2 Campus: Newport Blowdrying Level: N/A Campus: Blaenau Gwent

Did you know‌ Future demand for Beauty Therapist and related jobs is high in Wales

165 JOB OPENINGS

FOR HAIRDRESSER AND RELATED JOBS ARE EXPECTED EACH YEAR IN WALES UNTIL 2025

(EMSI, 2019)

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HAIRDRESSING AND BEAUTY THERAPY

The variety of things we get to do on this course is great and there’s such a wide range of modules. The salon here is new and everyone is so welcoming.

I entered the WorldSkills competition, an opportunity I might not have had at another college.

Elle Rogers Level 3 Beauty Therapy

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HEALTH CARE AND EARLY YEARS 2,239 JOB OPENINGS FOR CARE ASSISTANTS WITH CHILDREN AND RELATED JOBS ARE EXPECTED EACH YEAR IN WALES UNTIL 2025

(EMSI, 2019)

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Children’s Care Play Learning Development ‘CORE’ Level: 2 Campus: Blaenau Gwent Children’s Care Learning and Development Level: 3 Campus: Newport Community Voice and Engagement Level: N/A Campus: Newport Counselling Level: 2 Campus: Blaenau Gwent/ Newport Counselling Level: 3 Campus: Newport Counselling Practice Level: 4 Campus: Newport

Emergency First Aid at Work Level: 3 Campus: Newport/Torfaen First Aid at Work Level: 3 Campus: Newport/Torfaen First Aid for Children Level: 2 Campus: Newport Health and Safety within the Workplace Level: 2 Campus: Torfaen Health & Social Care ‘CORE’ Level: 2 Campus: Blaenau Gwent Introduction to First Aid for Mental Health Level: 2 Campus: Crosskeys

HEALTH CARE AND EARLY YEARS

Courses Introduction to Mental Health Awareness Level: 2 Campus: Crosskeys Mental Health First Aid Level: N/A Campus: Newport Paediatric First Aid Level: 3 Campus: Newport Safeguarding and Protecting Children and Young People Level: 2 Campus: Crosskeys Understanding Mental Health in the Workplace for Managers Level: 3 Campus: Crosskeys

I knew I wanted to do something with childcare and a focused coursework-based subject. I like the sense of independence you get at Coleg Gwent. I have three days a week in a placement as a teaching assistant at Usk Primary School and the remaining two days in the classroom.

Ellen Rose Davies Level 3 Childcare

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INDEPENDENT LIVING SKILLS Courses Independent Living Skills Level: Entry level 1 Campus: Blaenau Gwent/ Crosskeys/Newport/Torfaen Independent Living Skills Level: Entry level 2 Campus: Blaenau Gwent/ Crosskeys/Newport/Torfaen Independent Living Skills Level: Entry level 3 Campus: Blaenau Gwent/ Crosskeys/Newport/Torfaen

The course is really good as you get to do different things and learn new skills.

There’s a bit of studying and practical work; I’d recommend cooking and woodwork. The teachers are helpful and the class is small but nice. I’m hoping to find a job after finishing this course.

Elliot Gane Independent Living Skills

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INDEPENDENT LIVING SKILLS | MUSIC, DRAMA AND DANCE

MUSIC, DRAMA AND DANCE

Course Fighting for Stage and Screen Level: N/A Campus: Crosskeys

I’d like to make it in the film industry. My advice for students wanting to study this course? Go for it – you get so much help. I came on this course not knowing anything about acting and the tutors have helped me progress so far.

Dylan Barry Level 2

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SPORTS, TRAVEL AND PUBLIC SERVICES Courses Exercise and Diet Level: N/A Campus: Blaenau Gwent Exercise Referral Level: 3 Campus: Usk Fitness & Instruction Level: 2 Campus: Usk Fitness Instructor Level: 2 Campus: Blaenau Gwent/ Crosskeys Group Indoor Cycling Level: 2 Campus: Usk Have a Go at Archery Level: N/A Campus: Blaenau Gwent Instructing Circuit Training Level: 2 Campus: Crosskeys/Usk Instructing Kettlebell Training Sessions Level: 2 Campus: Usk/Crosskeys

Intensive Fitness Instruction (Mandatory Units) Level: 2 Campus: Usk Intensive Gym Instruction (Practical) Level: 2 Campus: Usk Personal Training Level: 3 Campus: Usk Personal Training & Instruction Level: 3 Campus: Usk Planning a Route/Map Reading Level: N/A Campus: Blaenau Gwent

Self Defence Level: N/A Campus: Blaenau Gwent Sports Massage Therapy Level: 3 Campus: Usk Taping and Strapping for Sports Teams Level: N/A Campus: Crosskeys

Intensive Fitness Instruction (Exercise to Music) Level: 2 Campus: Usk

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SPORTS, TRAVEL AND PUBLIC SERVICES

Did you know…

70 JOB OPENINGS FOR FITNESS INSTRUCTOR AND RELATED JOBS ARE EXPECTED EACH YEAR IN WALES UNTIL 2025 (EMSI, 2019)

Crosskeys campus is home to the Coleg Gwent Dragons Rugby Academy where players gain qualifications alongside their 10 hours a week of coaching.

Or maybe football is for you? Why not join the Coleg Gwent Football Academy! Benefitting from the facilities at Cwmbran stadium, you can train alongside your studies.

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OUR CAMPUSES 1. Blaenau Gwent Learning Zone 2. City of Newport Campus 3. Crosskeys Campus 4. Usk Campus 5. Torfaen Leaning Zone

Introducing‌the Torfaen Learning Zone.

Home to all English language A level education in Torfaen, the Cwmbran based centre will also provide a range of vocational courses and university level qualifications.

Situated next to Morrisons, Torfaen Learning Zone will be easily accessible by public transport and will have an on-site car park.

As well as the 25 subjects on offer, there’ll also be a refectory, library, science labs, art studio and performance hall.

Monmouthshire

Blaenau Gwent

Caerphilly Torfaen

Newport

Cardiff

Find out more at: www.coleggwent.ac.uk/torfaen

*The Department for Education and Skills Welsh Government Learner Outcome Report 2016/17

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